A day of research, innovation, workshops, presentations and networking, bringing together the future of plastic surgery.

PLASTA Research & Innovation Day 2026

Join us for PLASTA Research & Innovation Day 2026 — a day dedicated to research, innovation, collaboration and the future of plastic surgery.

Bringing together students, trainees, clinicians, researchers and innovators, the day will explore research, academic careers and innovation within plastic surgery through keynote talks, interactive sessions, research presentations and our Innovation Hackathon.

Whether you're already involved in research or simply curious about where to start, PLASTA Research & Innovation Day is an opportunity to learn, share ideas, develop new skills and connect with others interested in shaping the future of plastic surgery.

What to expect:

Keynote talks

Academic careers workshop

Innovation round table discussion

Research presentations and lightning talks

Innovation Hackathon: Scalpel to Sustainability – The Net-Zero Operation

Networking with students, trainees, researchers and clinicians

Prizes!

Who should attend?

The day is designed for anyone interested in plastic surgery, research or innovation, including:

Medical students

Foundation doctors

Core surgical trainees

Higher surgical and plastic surgery trainees

Researchers and academics

Clinicians interested in research and innovation

Event details:

📅 Date: Sunday 8 November 2026

📍 Venue: Marshgate Campus at UCL East, Marshgate, 7 Sidings Street, Stratford, London, E20 2AE

🕘 Time: 09:00–17:00

🎟️ Tickets: £5

Abstract submission:

To submit an abstract, please apply via this link before Friday 2nd October: https://forms.gle/UMAebpCyTqED6FGx9 (https://forms.gle/UMAebpCyTqED6FGx9)

PLASTA Research Scholars have a guaranteed presentation slot, other abstracts are welcome and will be judged by members of committee for oral or poster presentation.

Programme:

09:00–09:30 — Registration & Coffee

09:30–09:45 — Welcome & Introduction

09:45–10:15 — Research Keynote

10:15–10:30 — Break

10:30–11:00 — Innovation Keynote

11:00–11:15 — Break

11:15–12:15 — Parallel Sessions:

A: Innovation Round Table Discussion

B: Research & Academic Careers Workshop

12:15–13:00 — Lunch

13:00–13:15 — Afternoon Regroup & Briefing

13:15–14:45 — Parallel Sessions:

A: Research Presentations

B: Innovation Hackathon — Briefing & Sprint 1

14:45–15:15 — Coffee Break & Networking

15:15–16:00 — Parallel Sessions:

A: Research Lightning Talks & Panel

B: Innovation Hackathon — Sprint 2 & Pitch Preparation

16:00–16:30 — Hackathon Pitches & Judging

16:30–17:00 — Prize Presentations & Closing

Places are limited — book early to secure your place!

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